Hirsch Vineyards East Ridge Pinot Noir 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Hirsch Vineyards
Label Name:
 
East Ridge Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Fort Ross-Seaview, West Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.6%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable scores: Vinous 98, James Suckling 97, Jeb Dunnuck 97, Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) 95, Decanter 96, Jancis Robinson 17/20. Released Fall 2023; cellar potential through 2035+

Tasting Note
Dense, dark-fruited Pinot with black raspberry, pomegranate, sage, orange zest and cedar; silky texture, savory minerality and prominent polished tannins. Youthful and ageworthy.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, lamb shank, mushroom risotto, beef short ribs. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed salmon, shiitake stir‑fry.

Production Method
Biodynamic farming; hand-harvested, small-lot fermentations; aged in French oak (~30% new); selection of best East Ridge barrels.

Vineyard Info
Hirsch Vineyards (David Hirsch) on Fort Ross–Seaview. East Ridge planted 1990–2003; old vines, low yields due to phylloxera; meticulous biodynamic/no‑till farming.